CITY · 2020 ACS
Nelsonia
Virginia · 451 residents · 1.744 sq mi
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Nelsonia is wealthier than most US places, with a median household income of $78,365. Population has held roughly steady since 2019.
At a glance
Wealthier
above the US median
US median: $66,278
Mid-age
median age 38.7
US median: 38.8
Less educated
22% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 33%
Owner-heavy
81% owner-occupied
US average: 63%
Section 01
Population & growth
Population, 2010 – 2024
2024608
Section 02
Income & economy
$78,365
−1%inflation adjusted, since 2019
from $78,012 in 2019
US average: $66,278
2010 – 2024
Households earning $100K+
67.3%
+10.7 ptssince 2019
from 56.6% in 2019
US average: 43.9%
Workforce by industry, 2020
Retail trade58%
Wholesale trade4.7%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing0%
Construction0%
Manufacturing0%
Transportation & warehousing0%
Information0%
Finance & insurance0%
Professional, scientific, technical0%
Education & health services0%
Arts, entertainment, food0%
Other services0%
Public administration0%
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Section 03
Housing
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Section 04
Race & ethnicity
2019
White, non-Hispanic18.3%(83)
Black66.1%(300)
Hispanic / Latino15.6%(71)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%(0)
Diversity Score63.2%(287)
2020
White, non-Hispanic22.8%(103)
Black42.8%(193)
Hispanic / Latino32.4%(146)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%(0)
Diversity Score80.7%(364)
Section 05
Education
High school or higher
47.6%
−12.9 ptssince 2019
from 60.5% in 2019
US average: 88.5%
Section 06
Commute & transportation
Section 07
Work & employment
Section 08
People & community
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Frequently asked
How many people live in Nelsonia, Virginia?
Nelsonia, Virginia has about 451 residents according to the 2020 American Community Survey.
What is the median household income in Nelsonia, Virginia?
The typical household in Nelsonia, Virginia earns about $78,365 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
How educated are people in Nelsonia, Virginia?
About 21.8% of adults age 25 and over in Nelsonia, Virginia hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Nelsonia, Virginia?
About 14.9% of people in Nelsonia, Virginia live below the federal poverty line.
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VirginiaDATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024